theoretical
теоретический
theory-based
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theoretical with Russian translation
theoretical usage examples
Her thesis is mostly theoretical, so she spends more time reading papers than doing experiments.
In the course, students learn both practical skills and theoretical ideas.
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focused on concepts or mental representations rather than on systematic theory
The study offered a new conceptual framework for understanding the process.
based on a hypothesis or supposition; implies something assumed for the sake of argument
Consider this hypothetical example to test the idea.
general or not concrete; detached from specific practical details
They discussed the abstract principles behind the system.
involving conjecture or guesswork; not firmly established by evidence
Her explanation was highly speculative and lacked supporting data.
They used a formal notation to define the algorithm.
pertaining to academia, scholarship or theoretical study rather than practical application
This is primarily an academic debate with little immediate practical effect.
focused on breaking down information and reasoning methodically to understand it
An analytical report evaluated the causes of the failure.
relating to philosophy or broad theoretical reflection; often broader and more reflective than 'theoretical'
She raised a philosophical objection about the assumptions behind the model.
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В чем разница в английском между casual, everyday, informal и ordinary
Разница между casual, everyday, informal и ordinary: стиль, регулярность, неофициальность и обычность с примерами.
В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
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theoretical meaning: what does it mean?
theory-based
theoretical pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
theoretical is pronounced as /ˌθɪəˈrɛtɪkəl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
theoretical definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Her thesis is mostly theoretical, so she spends more time reading papers than doing experiments. Translation: Её диссертация носит теоретический характер, поэтому она больше времени тратит на чтение статей, а не на эксперименты.
Is theoretical part of Subjects vocabulary?
Yes, theoretical (теоретический) can be learned in the Subjects topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is theoretical part of Study and Work vocabulary?
Yes, theoretical (теоретический) can be learned in the Study and Work topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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